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257 Main St, Amherst, MA, 01002

$1,988,000

Home List Price

$10,000*

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10 Bedrooms
9 Full Baths, 1 Partial
4,743 SqFt
$419/SqFt
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257 Main St, Amherst$1,988,000

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingUnder, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Off Street, Driveway
Attached Garage1 space
Year Built1878
HeatingCentral, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
CoolingCentral Air, Ductless
BasementYes
FireplaceDining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
MLS #73221231
Lot Size0.88 Acres
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Contingent)

About 257 Main St

A unique opportunity to own a piece of Amherst History. This Victorian home located across the street from the historic Emily Dickinson Homestead. Steeped in history and lovingly restored this home has many original details. Currently run as a Bed & Breakfast, however, would be an incredible HOME. Gracious front foyer to greet guests. Grand living room and large dining room both sporting fireplaces allow gracious entertaining. Original butler's pantry connects dining room with kitchen. Cooks kitchen with six burner gas stove, counter bar, quartz countertops and pantry with two washers & dryers. First floor has two bedrooms suites that could be converted into shared living areas. Second floor sports six bedrooms and all but one have en suite baths Top floor, former maid's quarters, has two bedrooms, sitting room, a full bath with tub & large attic storage area. Home has central A/C, and natural gas heat. Come live in the grandeur of yesteryear with todays modern conveniences

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Year Built: 1878
  • Living Area: 4,743 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
  • Listing Agent: Nancy Hamel

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Other
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Wood, Laminate
  • Interior: Bathroom - 3/4, Closet, Bedroom, Sitting Room, Walk-up Attic, High Speed Internet, Other
  • Fireplace: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 9
  • Total Bedroom Count: 10

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Permeable Paving, Porch, Porch - Screened, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Screens, Garden, Other

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Under, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Off Street, Driveway

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Corner Lot, Level, Other
  • Lot Size: 0.88 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Central, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ductless

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Crocker Farm Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-6

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: At intersection of N & S Pleasant turn onto Main St. On corner of Webster & Main.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $1,988,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $419/SqFt

Agent Commission:

  • Buyer's Agent Commission: 2

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $12,745
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Amherst, MA

City

Med. Sold Price

$467.2K

Med. Price/SqFt

$273

Avg. Days On Market

44

# of Sold Homes

9

257 Main St vs Amherst

22 DAYS ON ROCKET

-22 Days

$1,988,000

+$1.5M More

$419/SqFt

+$145 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $1.5M more than the Median Sold Price and $145/SqFt more than other homes in Amherst, MA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • MLS Number: #73221231

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
  • Listing Agent: Nancy Hamel

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Jun 22, 1994Home Sold
$262,500
Aug 17, 1988Home Sold
$93,500

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$12,745$584,100
2020$12,453$584,100
2018$12,194$576,800
2017$10,046$460,200

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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4
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  • Crocker Farm Elementary School

  • 280 West St

  • 1.95 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-6

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $24,146. Residents of Amherst, MA typically earn less than $35k each year. Most families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 257 Main St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 257 Main St property is $1,988,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 257 Main St is a house located in Amherst, Massachusetts, 01002.

Is this property for sale now?

Accepting Backup Offers: 257 Main St is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 257 Main St are:
Crocker Farm Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $12,745 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on June 22, 1994 for $262,500. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 257 Main St has 10 bedrooms and 9 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 257 Main St is 4,743 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 257 Main St is 1878.

Rocket Homes›Massachusetts›Hampshire County›Amherst›01002›257 Main St

This home is located at 257 Main St in Amherst, MA and zip code 01002. This 4,743 square foot home, which was built in 1878, sits on a 0.88 acre lot. Features: 10 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 08, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,988,000.

In March 2024 more than 6 listings in Amherst, MA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 0 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 3 were sold below. The number of listings in Amherst, MA increased by 11.8% between February 2024 and March 2024. Listings spent 44 days on the market in March 2024, and had a median list price of $467,250 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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